Hormones triggered monthly struggle to keep up with social and academic competence has been a cause of major concern for young women. A new study published on Feb. 26, 2013 in American Journal of Epidemiology shows that green vegetables rich in mineral iron (nonheme iron) may diminish the severity of PSM symptoms by 30-50%.

It was also noted that high zinc intake in proportion to copper content in the food also had beneficiary effect on PMS related symptoms.

On other hand, high potassium content in the food and cigarette smoking have been documented to aggravate premenstrual symptoms. Tobacco smoking may increase the risk of moderate to severe PMS among teenagers.

Points to note:

1. Though more studies may be required to fully support the observations presented, the relief noticed by adequate iron intake could well be attributed to iron’s role in formation of neurotransmitters. Therefore, adding natural vegetarian foods rich in iron content in daily diet is a simple solution for the monthly premenstrual distress.